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Appendix C - Code Assessment
Rural Residential Zone Code
Role and function Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Role and function
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 – Complies
Development provides for low density, semi-rural living as well as Development other than a dwelling house is inconspicuous and The proposed subdivision is consistent with the developed
compatible work from home opportunities, primary production presents as a dwelling house. character of other lots along Jirrima Crescent and would not
and small scale visitor accommodation, on large allotments with
cause a perceivable difference from the street frontage.
varying levels of services.
AO1.2
The dwelling house may include one secondary dwelling with a
AO1.2 – Not Applicable
maximum gross floor area of 65m2 and no more than two
bedrooms.
AO1.3
Any business operated on site including accommodation is
AO1.3 – Not Applicable
subordinate to the use of the premises for a domestic residence.
PO2 AO2 AO2 – Complies
Development does not result in the diminished productive A distance of not less than 100 metres is provided between a There is no land mapped agricultural conservation in the nearby
capacity of rural activities on adjacent or nearby properties. sensitive land use and land within the Rural zone that: vicinity.
a) is mapped as Agricultural Land Conservation Area on
the Agricultural Land Overlay maps in Schedule 2; and
b) has a property area greater than 4 hectares.
PO3 AO3 AO3 – Not Applicable
With the exception of one dwelling house or a community Only the residents of a dwelling house or community
residence, any accommodation is limited to use by short-term residence reside on the property for any period greater than three
guests. consecutive months.
PO4 PO4 – Not Applicable
Visitor accommodation: No acceptable outcome provided
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a) is at a scale and density that protects
the environmental and lifestyle values of the land; and
b) does not detract from the rural residential character
and amenity of adjoining properties.
Built form Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Built form
Building height and scale
PO5 AO5.1 AO5.1 – Not Applicable
Buildings and other structures: Buildings and structures are no more than 8 metres in building The development does not involve the establishment of
height from ground level, providing that they may be up to 9 metres where
buildings.
a) are low rise; the pitched roof but no other part of the building or structure exceeds 8
b) do not present an appearance of bulk to metres.
adjacent properties, roads or other areas in the
vicinity of the site; AO5.2 AO5.2 – Not Applicable
c) have a low site impact to maximise the Where excavation is required, the maximum portion of the exposed The development does not involve excavation.
opportunity to retain natural site characteristics, external façade of the building cannot exceed 8 metres in building height.
such as native vegetation and natural
landforms; Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-13A
d) respect the scale of surrounding vegetation; AO5.3 AO5.3 – AO5.5 – Not Applicable
and Site cover of all buildings and structures on the site does not exceed 30%. The development does not involve the establishment of
e) are no more than two storeys in height. buildings.
AO5.4
Individual buildings or roofed structures do not cover more than 500m2 of
the site.
AO5.5
The total gross floor area of all buildings on site does not exceed 500m2.
Alternative provision to the QDC
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Boundary setback AO6 .1 AO6 .1 – Not Applicable
PO6 Buildings used to house animals, temporary holding yards, structures The development does not involve buildings used to house
Buildings and other structures are designed and sited to:- containing areas of animal waste or by-product disposal are not within 100 animals, by-products or the like.
metres of:
a) provide a high level of amenity to users of the
subject site and adjoining premises, a) the boundary of another property in the rural residential zone or
including provision of visual and acoustic any other residential zone;
privacy, access to breezes and protection from b) an existing dwelling on an adjoining property;
noise, odour or artificial lighting; c) the boundary of adjoining properties in the environmental
b) provide adequate distance from adjoining land management and conservation zone; or
uses and avoid conflict with existing or future d) a waterway or wetlands as shown on the Biodiversity,
rural uses and activities on adjoining properties; Waterways and Wetlands Overlay maps in schedule 2.
c) allow for space and landscaping to be provided
between buildings;
AO6.2 AO6.2 – Not Applicable
d) preserve existing vegetation that will help buffer
development; Buildings or structures which are used for the storage of chemicals or The development does not involve buildings used storage of
e) protect the natural character and avoid adverse machinery, stockpiling of composting or organic fertilisers, or which support chemicals, machinery or the like.
impacts on ecologically important areas such artificial lighting or irrigation sprayers, are not within 100 metres of:
as national parks, waterways and wetlands.
a) the boundary of another property in the Rural residential zone or
any other residential zone;
b) a dwelling on an adjoining property;
c) the boundary of adjoining properties in the Environmental
management and conservation zone; or
d) waterway or wetlands shown on the Biodiversity, Waterways
and Wetlands Overlay maps in schedule 2.
AO6.3 AO6.3 – Not Applicable
Roadside stalls no larger than 9m2 may be located adjacent to the front The development does not involve a roadside stall.
property boundary provided safe space for parking of vehicles is also within
the property boundary.
AO6.4 – Complies
AO6.4 Both lots have sufficient areas and dimensions to ensure that
Outside the circumstances of AO6.1, AO6.2 and AO6.3 above, buildings and dwelling can be established with setbacks that comply with a)
structures meet the following minimum boundary setbacks: – d).
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a) 15 metres from a property boundary adjoining land in the
Environmental management and conservation zone;
b) 40 metres from mean high water spring of a waterway or as
otherwise prescribed through the Queensland Government
Erosion Prone Area Maps;
c) 10 metres from the road frontage;
d) 10 metres from the side and rear boundaries or 6 metres where
the lot area does not exceed 1 hectare, with the exception that if
the height of the building or structure exceeds 9 metres
the setback to the side and rear boundaries is equal to twice its
height in metres.
Alternative provision to the QDC
Safety and Amenity Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Safety and amenity
PO7 PO7 – Complies
Development does not result in an adverse change to the light, air No acceptable outcome provided The proposed development would not result in adverse changes
quality, noise, accessibility or other conditions enjoyed by residents to light, air quality noise accessibility or other conditions enjoyed
of associated, adjoining or nearby premises. by nearby residents.
Sports courts AO8.1 AO8.1 – AO8.4 Not Applicable
PO8 A 2 metre landscaped buffer separates any private tennis court, The proposal does not involve sports courts.
Lighting and noise associated with outdoor tennis courts, half half court or sports court from side property boundaries where
courts or sports courts do not have an adverse impact upon the adjoining land in a residential zone.
amenity enjoyed by occupants of adjoining or nearby premises
nor cause unreasonable disturbance to the local fauna. AO8.2
Courts are fenced to a height of—
a) 3.6 metres for a full-sized court; or
b) 2.4 metres for a half court.
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AO8.3
Courts are not lit; or
AO8.4
For lit courts:
a) lighting structures are not more than 8 metres in height
and set back at least 2 metres from any property
boundary;
b) the court is located at least 60 metres from the
external wall of an existing or approved
residential dwelling on an adjacent or nearby lot (as
measured from the centre line of the court);
c) the vertical illumination resulting from direct, reflected
or other incidental lighting emanating from
the site does not exceed 8 lux when measured at any
point 1.5 metres outside the boundary and at any level
from ground level upward; and
d) lighting is hooded or baffled to direct lighting
downward or is of a type that gives no upward
component of light when mounted horizontally.
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided PO9 – Complies
Development: The proposal would existing driveway accesses to Jirrima which
are safe and appropriate for use and would not compromise the
a) does not compromise the safety, capacity or operation safety of the road network or result in impacts for nearby
of the road network; and residents.
b) does not result in significant impacts on residents close
to rural roads.
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Scenic Amenity Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Scenic amenity
PO10 AO10 AO10 – Not Applicable
Development does not detract from the scenic amenity of the Development on land adjoining the major road network, Lake The site does not adjoin a major road.
hinterland as experienced from the major road network or the Macdonald or the Noosa River system minimises visual impacts
waterways. on the scenic amenity of the roadway or waterway by—
a) sensitive siting and design of buildings, structures,
driveways and works;
b) retaining existing vegetation;
c) incorporating landscape treatments to visually screen
and soften development; and
d) incorporating building materials and external finishes
that are compatible with the site’s visual character and
landscape setting.
Editor's note—refer to Figure AP3 - 3B
PO11 AO11.1 AO11.1 – Complies
The landscape character and visual amenity quality of hillslopes To protect scenic amenity and other landscape qualities: The site is relatively flat and would allow a future house site over
and ridgelines are retained and development:
Lot 2 to be established on a level surface.
a) buildings or structures are not constructed on land with
e) is visually responsive to the natural topography of a slope greater than 33%; and
the site, sitting within the landscape rather than b) buildings or structures are only constructed on steep
dominating it; slopes if:
f) retains natural vegetation that assists in screening or i) there are no other suitable building sites on
visually softening development; the property; and
g) steps down slopes or uses suspended floor ii) construction utilises suspended floors or
construction, minimising cut or fill; and pole footings rather than slab on ground
h) uses materials, finishes and colours that complement construction.
the natural setting and integrate with the landscape
and skyline.
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AO11.2 AO11.2 – 11.4 – Not Applicable
On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the uppermost edge of a
hill slope:
a) roof lines are generally parallel with contours of the
land;
b) roofs do not exceed a pitch of 15 degrees;
c) buildings do not protrude above the height of
prevailing vegetation; and
d) undercroft areas exceeding 1.5 metres in height are
screened with landscaping or battens.
Editor's note—refer to Figure 6.9.1A and Figure
6.9.1B and Figure AP3-3B.
AO11.3
On sloping sites:
a) cut or fill is less than 1.5 metres in depth relative to
natural ground level; and
b) slab on ground construction is avoided and splitlevel
buildings with small floorplates are used as an
alternative. Post and beam construction or suspended
or pole construction techniques may be appropriate.
AO11.4
On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the uppermost edge of a
hill slope, buildings:
a) are constructed in lightweight materials such as timber
or board, stainless steel, glass and corrugated iron;
b) are finished with exterior colours of moderate to darker
shades of olive green, brown, green, blue, charcoal or
wood stains that blend with the colour and hues of the
surrounding vegetation and landscape;
c) avoid large expanses of solid colours or reflective
surfaces.
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Growth Management Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided PO1 – Not Applicable
The proposal does not involve urban residential development.
Urban residential development:
a) is confined to land within the Urban boundaries;
b) provides a mix of lot sizes and configurations to cater
for variety in housing choice;
c) contributes to efficient use of land and infrastructure;
d) increases residential densities and reduces lot sizes in
close proximity to public transport and centre zones;
e) provides appropriate buffer areas between sensitive
land uses, ecologically important areas and conflicting
uses;
f) contributes positively to the amenity and landscape
value of the local area.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided PO2– Complies
Rural residential development is confined to land within the Rural The proposal is for a rural residential development and is within
Residential zone and included within either the Urban Footprint or the Rural Residential Zone and Rural Living Area designation of
Rural Living designations of the South East Queensland Regional
the SEQRP.
Plan.
PO3 AO3 AO3 – Not Applicable
Development of land for business and employment functions Development of land: The site is not located within the Noosa Business Centre
occurs within the activity centres and the industrial zones.
a) at the Noosa Business Centre is to be generally in
accordance with Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and Character Plan);
b) at the former Bowls site Lot 3 RP884396, Noosa
Junction is to be generally in accordance with Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Framework and Character
Plan).
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PO4 PO4 – Not Applicable
With the exception of lots intended to be used by the Council or No acceptable outcome provided The site does not fit within any categories listed from a) – f)
State for community infrastructure, conservation purposes or
public utilities, including road widening, no additional lots are
created:
a) in the Rural zone unless resultant lots have a minimum
area of 100 hectares;
b) in the Environmental Management and Conservation
zone;
c) on Noosa North Shore;
d) in the Low density residential zone at Cooroibah;
e) in the Low density residential zone where access is
gained via:
i) Noosa Banks Drive, Tewantin;
ii) Golf Course Drive, Griffith Avenue or
Carramar Street, Tewantin;
iii) Lake Entrance Boulevard, Noosaville;
iv) Lake Weyba Drive Noosaville, south of
Eenie Creek Road; or
v) Habitat Place, Noosa Heads;
f) within a Water Supply Buffer Area as shown
on Regional Infrastructure Overlay.
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Lot areas and dimensions Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth management
Lot areas and dimensions
PO5 AO5.1 AO5.1 – Complies
New lots have areas and dimensions that: New lots are of a size and shape that can accommodate the land The proposed lots are of sufficient size and shape to provide a
uses intended by the zone.
house site areas that will allow for the establishment of dwellings
a) are consistent with the purpose and overall and associated buildings commensurate with the rural residential
outcomes of the applicable zone or zones;
zone.
b) are consistent with the size and character of
surrounding lots; AO5.2
c) can accommodate land uses that are consistent In general, lots have a predominantly regular, rectangular shape.
with the purpose and overall outcomes of the AO5.2 – Complies
applicable zone; Editor's note-topographical constraints or environmental values The lots have a conventional rectilinear shape.
d) allow for siting and construction of buildings, may call for irregular property boundaries.
structures, access ways and car parking while:-
i) retaining ecologically important
areas and ecological linkages;
ii) minimising risk of soil erosion, landslide,
flooding and bushfire;
AO5.3 AO5.3 – AO5.4 – Not Applicable
iii) minimising earthworks or retaining walls
associated with construction on sloping In residential zones, lots are generally arranged so that: The site is not located within a residential zone, activity centre or
sites; industry zone.
iv) retaining the scenic amenity and a) there are no more than five lots with a frontage width of
vegetated character of the landscape; less than 15 metres grouped in a row;
v) retaining culturally significant features and b) there are no more than three lots with a frontage width of
protecting views to culturally significant 7.5 metres or less in a row unless serviced by a rear lane;
features; c) lots with a frontage width of less than 15 metres are not
vi) minimising detrimental impacts of effluent located opposite other lots with a frontage width of less
disposal or storm water runoff; including than 15 metres
open space for landscaping; ensuring
safe vehicular manoeuvring areas
without concentration of driveways in one
space; and
AO5.4
vii) where not in a water or sewerage service
In activity centres and industry zones, new lots contribute to a mix of
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area, allow for water storage tanks and lot sizes that cater for varied commercial and industrial enterprises,
suitable effluent disposal. such that:
e) except where otherwise specified in a local area
code, comply with the minimum lot size specified a) smaller lots intended for intensive development are
in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and Dimensions clustered near centres;
b) new lots adjacent to sensitive land uses include sufficient
area for buffering of incompatible land uses; and
c) lot reconfiguration provides for
shared access arrangements wherever possible.
PO6 – Complies
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided The lots have a conventional rectilinear shape.
Development provides for irregular shaped lots to be created
only where:
a) the creation of regular lots is impractical such as at a
curve in the road or because of topographical
constraints;
b) safe access and visual exposure to and from
the site can be provided, while not adversely
impacting on the functionality of the surrounding
road network;
c) it is desirable to avoid clearing of vegetation and the
fragmentation of habitat in ecologically important
areas; and
d) the irregular lot is demonstrably suitable for its
intended purpose.
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Lot layout Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Lot Layout
Site Responsive Design AO7.1 – Not Applicable
PO7 AO7.1 The site is not located in any of the zones mentioned.
Development provides for a lot layout and configuration of roads If located in the Low density residential zone, Medium density
and pathways that is responsive to:- residential zone, High density residential zone, Tourist
accommodation zone or Community facilities zone and intended
a) the setting of the site within an urban or non-urban for a residential use, any new lot is located outside the modelled
context; flood level of the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) water surface levels or
b) any natural environmental values present on, or where not modelled, above the highest known flood level.
adjoining the site;
c) any natural hazards affecting the site or adjoining land
such that the number of properties or persons at risk is AO7.2
not increased; Flood immunity for development areas is not achieved by filling AO7.3 – Complies
d) the terrain of the land, minimising the need for land below the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood level. Each lot has flood immune house site areas and will not require
earthworks; filling.
e) any places of cultural heritage significance or character
areas present on, or adjoining the site; and AO7.3
f) any important landmarks, views, vistas or other areas of All reconfigured lots on land subject to a constraint or valuable
high scenic quality present on, or able to be viewed feature identified on an overlay map contains a building AO7.3 – Complies
from, the site. envelope marked on a plan of development that demonstrates Proposed Lot 2 has been provided with a building envelope
that there is an area sufficient to accommodate the intended which appropriately addresses environmental features, flood and
Editor’s Note— Development of land affected by constraints purpose of the lot, that is not subject to the constraint or valuable bushfire constraints pertaining to the property. The building
shown on overlay maps will be subject to overlay codes feature or that appropriately responds to the constraint or envelope will comprise an area of approximately 6000m2 which
valuable feature. will be sufficient for the establishment of a future house site
including associated structures and effluent disposal areas.
AO7.4 AO7.4 – Not Applicable
New lots with a site area less than 4,000m² in area have
a slope not exceeding: The lots are greater than 4000m2.
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a) 10% side slope (crossfall); or
b) 5% lengthwise slope (longitudinal fall).
AO7.5 AO7.5 – Complies
Lot boundaries, services, utilities and roads are aligned to avoid The proposed development will ensure that the new lot boundary
traversing ecologically important areas and ecological linkages. avoids traversing ecologically important areas, including the
riparian buffer area transecting the middle of the site. Access to
proposed Lot 2 will be achieved via an existing gravel driveway
and waterway crossing and not require any further works to be
undertaken within the Riparian Buffer Area.
AO7.6 AO7.6 – Complies
Development does not result in significant modification to natural The development will not require any modification to the land
landform or landscape features including: form or landscape features.
a) waterways and drainage lines;
b) native vegetation or significant character trees;
c) understorey vegetation;
d) slope;
e) rock outcrops; or
f) views.
AO7.7 – Complies
AO7.7
Development retains or provides viable ecological corridors for The new common boundary between Lots 1 and 2 has been
wildlife movement. positioned to ensure that a 165m wide ecological corridor will be
maintained along the waterway that transects the site. There will
be no new fences or other impendences within this area.
AO7.8
Where no riparian buffer is nominated through the Biodiversity, AO7.8 – Not Applicable
Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map in Schedule 2, a
vegetated buffer is provided no less than 10 metres wide,
measured from the centreline of any stream .
AO7.9 – Performance Outcome / Complies
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AO7.9 It is considered that the proposed development adequately
Ecologically important areas are formally protected for the long protects the environmentally important area along the waterway
term through environmental covenant or transferal to public by avoiding any new works creation of lot boundaries within this
ownership or through gazettal of a nature reserve.
area. The planning scheme provisions contained within the
Biodiversity, waterways and wetlands overlay code will otherwise
ensure its ongoing protection by seeking that any new
development within the riparian buffer area is avoided.
.
Climate Responsive Design AO8.1 AO8.1 – Complies
PO8 The lot design maximises the number of lots where the longest The long axis of the lot runs in an east-west orientation.
The street design and lot orientation facilitates the construction of axis of the lot has a general east-west orientation.
energy efficient buildings that respond to the local climate
conditions by: AO8.2
The street pattern maximises the number of streets running in a AO8.2 - Not Applicable
general north-south direction. The proposed subdivision does not involve any new streets.
a) maximising solar access to the north;
b) minimising solar access to the west;
c) proportioning lots and building envelopes to AO8.3 AO8.3 – Not Applicable
accommodate energy efficient building orientation; For development within the Low density residential zone each lot
The site is not within the Low density residential zone.
d) maximising access to any prevailing summer breezes; contains a rectangular house site area where the long axis faces
and true north or is no more than 20 degrees off true north and has
e) minimising exposure to prevailing winter winds. minimum dimensions of 10 metres x 15 metres.
Neighbourhood Design AO9.1 AO9.1 – Complies
PO9 Lots are arranged to front streets and public open space. The lots front Jirrma Crescent and/or public open space to the
Development provides for a lot layout, land use and infrastructure rear.
configuration that: AO9.2
Development maximises opportunities for casual surveillance
and avoids areas of concealment by ensuring pathways AO9.2 – Not Applicable
a) provides for an efficient land use pattern; The development is for a rural residential subdivision and CPTED
b) creates compact and walkable neighbourhoods that and public open space have defined edges and are visually
are well connected to centres, employment, education exposed to roadways. responses are not relevant.
facilities, community services, open space and
recreation facilities; AO9.3
c) creates useable and interconnected movement and Neighbourhoods (including roads, pathways and open space) AO9.3 – Not Applicable
open space networks; are designed with a high degree of legibility with public spaces
The development is for a rural residential subdivision.
d) effectively connects and integrates the site with existing and corridors easy to find and recognise.
or planned development on adjoining sites;
e) provides for moderate and large size developments to
have multiple access points;
f) promotes a sense of community identity and belonging;
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g) promotes a variety of streetscapes;
h) provides for a high level of amenity, having regard to
potential noise, dust, odour and lighting nuisance
sources;
i) integrates prominent site features including landmarks,
native vegetation and views into the design;
j) discourages crime or antisocial behaviour by facilitating
casual surveillance of streets, paths and public open
space;
k) avoids the sporadic or out-of- sequence creation of lots;
and
l) protects and enhances ecologically important
areas and provides for the clustering of lots into cleared
areas.
Infrastructure No acceptable outcome provided PO10 – Complies
PO10 The future dwelling houses can be serviced by appropriate
Development accommodates and provides for the efficient and infrastructure having consideration to their rural residential setting.
timely delivery of infrastructure appropriate to the site’s setting and
intended use.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided PO11 – Not Applicable
Roadway and pathway layout are predominantly rectilinear with a The development does not involve any roadways or pathways.
high degree of permeability. Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road network is
addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
Infrastructure services Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Scenic amenity
Infrastructure and services
PO12 AO12.1 AO12.1 – Complies
New lots are located, sized and configured so as to ensure each All lots are connected to power supply and telecommunications The sites will be contacted to power and telecommunications
lot is capable of being serviced by appropriate levels of services and where located within the Urban boundaries, power
supply.
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infrastructure including: supply and communications infrastructure are provided
underground.
a) power supply; AO12.2 – Not Applicable
b) telecommunications; and AO12.2
If located in a water service area each new lot can be connected The site is not located in a water service area.
c) where within Local Plan Areas
d) reticulated water supply; to Unitywater’s water supply network.
e) reticulated sewerage; and
f) stormwater drainage. AO12.3
If located in a sewerage service area each new lot can be
AO12.3 – Not Applicable
connected to Unitywater’s sewerage network.
The site is not located in a sewerage service area.
AO12.4
If located in a Local plan area lots can be connected to Council’s AO12.4 – Not Applicable
stormwater drainage network. The site is not located in a Local plan area.
AO12.5
If not in a sewerage service area each lot has sufficient area and AO12.5 – Complies
other attributes to ensure efficient and effective on-site sewerage Each lot is sufficiently sized to that they can be provide with an
disposal. efficient and effective effluent disposal system. Proposed Lot 1 will
contain the existing house and effluent disposal system.
PO13 AO13.1 AO13.1 – Complies
Each lot is provided with safe and convenient vehicle access Vehicular access for the development is consistent with the The proposed development will utilise existing crossovers that
function and design of the road it takes access from. comply with Standard Drawing RS-056.
AO13.2 – Complies
AO13.2 The development does not require access to a state-controlled
Development does not require new or changed access to a
road.
state-controlled road that is a limited access road unless in
accordance with the limited access policy for the state-controlled
road .
AO13.3 AO13.3 – Complies
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Access easements are in appropriate locations for A new access and services easement having a width of 10m will
safe access and egress, and supply appropriate widths and levels be established over Lot 1 in favour of Lot 2 in accordance with
of service for the number of vehicles that will utilise them as per PSP6.
the requirements of Council’s Planning Scheme Policy PSP6
Engineering design standards – Roads, drainage and earthworks.
Editor's note- Reference should be made to the Queensland
Government's Development Assessment Mapping System to
confirm which are state-controlled roads or limited access roads.
Movement Network Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Movement Network
Traffic No acceptable outcome provided PO14 – Complies
PO14 Traffic generated by the additional lot is within the capacity of
Traffic generated by the development is within the acceptable Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road network is
capacity of external roads and does not have an adverse impact addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code Jirrima Crescent.
upon the functioning of the road network. underground.
Roads and Pathways AO15.1 AO15.1 – 15.4 – Not Applicable
PO15 Where involving the construction of a new road, road planning The proposed development does not involve the creation of any
Development involving the creation of new roads and pathways and design supports the hierarchy and functional aspects new roads.
ensures infrastructure— identified in Council’s Planning Scheme Policy PSP6 on
Engineering design standards – Roads, drainage and earthworks.
a) provides convenient, safe and efficient movement for
all modes of transport between land use activities; Editor’s Note— Further detail on road and pathway networks is
b) prioritises pedestrian movement and bicycle use over provided in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
vehicle movements;
c) facilitates efficient, safe and accessible bus services AO15.2
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that connect to existing and future public passenger The street layout is generally rectilinear and does not rely on culs-
transport facilities; de-sac, or where the use of a cul-de-sac is unavoidable because
d) provides through roads and minimises the use of culs- of the natural features of the site, it does not exceed a length of
de-sac; 200 metres.
e) minimises the extent of earthworks required by being
sympathetic to the terrain; AO15.3
f) allows for unimpeded and practical access to each Pathways and pedestrian routes are planned to provide clear,
proposed lot; and safe connections between residential, open space, transit stops
g) provides for mature street trees. and retail areas, and are located along, or are visible from, streets
or other public spaces.
AO15.4
Sufficient space and soil depth is provided for the planting of
street trees for shade, amenity and habitat purposes.
and Figure AP3-3B.
PO16 AO16 AO16 – Not Applicable
The subdivision layout is designed to facilitate pedestrian and If within 1 kilometre of the Pathways Network identified in The closest future trunk pathway is identified along Lake
cyclist linkages with adjoining sites in the immediate area. the Local Government Infrastructure Plan located in Part 4, the Cooroibah Road which is situated approximately 1.5km to the
subdivision design and layout includes pathways:
south of the site.
a) located in accordance with the Pathways Network
identified in the Local Government Infrastructure Plan;
or
b) linking to the Pathways Network identified in the Local
Government Infrastructure Plan.
PO17 No acceptable outcome provided PO17 – Not Applicable
Development on land within activity centres with active frontages The proposed development is not within an activity centre.
are provided with access from a rear lane or other access streets
to reduce potential conflicts with pedestrians and cyclists.
Open Space Network Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
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Open Space Network
PO18 AO18.1 AO18.1 – Not Applicable
Development provides for parks, drainage reserves and open Active parkland or open space which links to active parkland is The proposed development is not required to incorporate
space infrastructure that:- provided in accordance with the Council’s infrastructure network
planning; parkland or open space.
a) provides for a range of passive and active recreation
settings, offering a range of informal and formal OR
experiences to the community; AO18.2 – Complies
b) accommodates adequate facilities to meet the needs AO18.2
Park contributions will be paid in accordance with the applicable
of the community and is designed to maximise use by Park contributions are paid in accordance with the applicable
infrastructure instrument. infrastructure instrument.
the community it serves;
c) provides opportunities for all age groups and levels of
mobility; AO18.3 AO18.3 – 18.8 – Not Applicable
d) is well distributed and contributes to the legibility and Land intended for public open space complements existing The proposed development is not required to provide open
character of the specific town, village or locality; adjacent and surrounding open space areas and physical space or parkland
e) creates attractive settings and focal points for the linkages to these areas are provided.
community, designed as attractive and enjoyable,
functional and safe places to meet and recreate; AO18.4
f) benefits the amenity of adjoining land uses; Open space is provided adjacent to waterways, with roads
g) facilitates the retention and protection of ecologically servicing the linear parkland and lots located on the opposite side
important areas, wetlands, waterways, drainage lines of the road to the waterways.
and native habitat areas, their associated
buffers, ecological linkages and other natural and AO18.5
cultural features; A park has direct road frontages of a minimum of 25% of the
h) incorporates appropriate measures for stormwater total allotment boundary of the park to provide
and flood management; physical access and visibility.
i) is cost effective to maintain; and
j) is dedicated as public land in the early stages of the AO18.6
subdivision. Public open space has good connectivity for users via pedestrian
and cycle paths.
AO18.7
Landscaping is designed to create aesthetically pleasing open
space areas and to suit the type, setting and purpose of the
particular park.
AO18.8
Active parkland in all areas other than the Low impact
industry zone and Medium impact industry zone will contain
embellishment in accordance with the Local Government
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Infrastructure Plan in Part 4 such as:
a) children’s play facilities catering for various ages
including a soft fall surface where required and a shade
cover over play equipment;
b) seating;
c) picnic table/s with seats; and
d) landscaping.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on Landscaping is addressed in
Part 9.4.5 Landscaping Code
PO19 AO19.1 AO19.1 – AO19.3 – Not Applicable
Land provided for active recreation areas is of a physical Active parkland is of a usable shape free of irregular boundaries. The proposed development is not required to provide active
standard and condition suitable for the intended uses and is not parkland.
subject to physical or other constraints including contamination, AO19.2
environmental or biophysical constraints or legislative protection Active parkland is located on land that is exclusive of—
that would encumber its use.
a) flood inundation below the 20% AEP (1:5
year ARI level);
b) land affected by stormwater or overland flow
discharge from adjacent allotments;
c) drainage reserves and detention basins, which cannot
be shown to safely and effectively contribute to the
network of parks and open space areas;
d) land with a slope, or subject to cut or fill with a
batter slope, that exceeds a slope of 15%;
e) areas of land less than 15 metres wide, such
as access and service and utility easements;
f) land required to serve primarily as a buffer area to any
existing development or major transport corridor; and
g) power easements.
AO19.3
At least 10% of the total open space provision for active parkland
is exclusive of flood inundation below the 1% AEP (1:100
year ARI level or the highest recorded flood level), whichever is
the greatest.
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Small Residential Lots Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Small Residential Lots
PO20 AO20 AO20 – Not Applicable
Residential lots less than 600m2: Within the Low Density Residential zone, new lots of less than The proposed development does not involve creating small lots.
600m²:
a) occur only where they are consistent with the size of
established adjacent lots; a) are no smaller than the size of established adjacent
b) are not less than 500m2 in area; lots;
c) are free of physical constraints or encumbrances that b) are free of easements;
would restrict the siting of a house; c) are regular in shape with a width to depth ratio of
d) have area and dimensions that can accommodate an approximately 1:2;
appropriate house site area without siting variations; d) do not have a slope greater than 10%;
e) are distributed across a development to create e) can accommodate a house and sufficient car parking
diversity in lots; and without encroaching into boundary clearances or
f) do not result in excessive driveways at intersections or prescribed building setbacks;
corners. f) allow for landscape and tree planting in deep soil zones
to soften built form elements;
g) are not created by further dividing an existing rear
(battle-axe) lot; and
h) are not located at the end of a T-intersection or at a
bend in the road.
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Rear Lots Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Rear Lots
PO21 AO21.1 AO21.1 – Complies
Rear (battle-axe) lots are created only where:-: The minimum area of the rear lot, exclusive of any access strip, Proposed Lot 2 achieves the minimum size of 1.5ha exclusive of
complies with the lot reconfiguration outcomes in Table 9.5.1.4
Minimum lot size and dimensions providing that no rear access lot any access strip.
a) it would not be desirable nor practicable for the site to
has a lot size less than 600m2 exclusive of access strip.
be reconfigured so that all lots have full frontage to a
road;
AO21.2 21.2 – Performance Outcome
b) located in the Low density residential zone, Rural
No more than 10% of lots within a subdivision are rear lots or lots The proposed development relates to a 1 into 2 lot subdivision
residential zone or Rural zone;
accessed via an access strip. and creates a rear lot. It would not be practical to create a full
c) development positively contributes to the character of
the neighbourhood; frontage lot in this circumstance as the new lot boundary would
d) development provides a high standard of amenity for be required to traverse an ecologically important area. The
residents and other users of the rear lot and adjoining proposed rear lot provides a for a large house site area and a high
properties;
standard of amenity for future residents in accordance with PO21.
e) the lot is large enough to accommodate anticipated
land uses including car parking and manoeuvring;
f) development is not detrimental to the use and amenity
AO21.3 AO21.3 - Not Applicable
of adjoining lots through loss of privacy, sunlight or
No more than two rear lots are located at the end of a cul-de-sac.
breezes once buildings are constructed; The site is not located at the end of a cul-de-sac.
g) vehicular access to rear lots will not have a detrimental
impact on lots adjoining the access strip due to AO21.4 - Complies
AO21.4
excessive noise, light, dust, stormwater runoff and the
No rear lot shares a common boundary with more than four other The rear lot will share a common boundary with 3 rural residential
like;
lots. lots and open space conservation land to the west.
h) access arrangements do not adversely affect the
safety and efficiency of the road from which access is
AO21.5
gained; AO21.5 - Complies
No more than two rear lots or rear lot access strips directly adjoin
i) their creation does not prejudice the anticipated No more than two rear lots or rear lot access strips directly adjoin
each other.
development of adjoining land. each other.
AO21.6
No existing lot with a primary street frontage of less than 12 AO21.6 - Not Applicable
metres is further divided unless safe access to the new lot is
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provided to a secondary street to which a frontage of at least 12 The proposal does not involve subdividing a lot less than 12m.
metres is provided.
AO21.7
AO21.7 - Not Applicable
Where two rear lots adjoin each other, a single common driveway
and reciprocal access easements are provided. The lot does not adjoin another rear lot.
AO21.8
No more than three lots gain access from the same access strip. AO21.8 - Complies
Only one lot will gain access via the strip
AO21.9
Any lot with a road frontage has no more than one rear lot created
to its rear and has a rear lot access strips located on no more than AO21.9 - Complies
one side. Only one rear lot will be created behind the lot with a frontage.
AO21.10 AO21.10 - Complies
The gradient of the access strip does not exceed 10%. The access strip has a gradient of 2.5%
AO21.11
Access strips have a minimum width of 4.5 metres. AO21.11
The access strip will have a minimum width of 10m within an
easement.
Rural lots severed by a road Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Rural lots severed by a road
PO22 No acceptable outcome provided PO22 – Not Applicable
In the Rural Zone, one lot may be divided into two lots less than The proposed development does not involve a lot severed by a
100 hectares in area where there is a compliance with the South road.
East Queensland Regional Plan and each resultant lot is relatively
free of physical constraints such that it can accommodate
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a dwelling house, effluent disposal, vehicular access and other
improvements and land uses that are consistent with the purpose
of the Rural Zone.
Volumetric Subdivisions Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Volumetric Subdivisions
PO23 No acceptable outcome provided PO22 – Not Applicable
Development provides that the subdivision of space above or The proposed development does not involve a volumetric
below the surface of land facilitates efficient development in a subdivision.
manner that is consistent with the overall outcomes for the zone
and Local plan area in which the site is located.
Stormwater Management Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Stormwater Management
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided PO22 – Complies
Development provides for the effective drainage of lots and roads The proposed development will provide effective drainage of lots
in a manner that:- Editor’s Note— Requirements for the design and construction of
and not impact on the natural flow regime.
stormwater management infrastructure are addressed in Part
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a) maintains the natural flow regime; 9.4.9 Water Quality and Drainage code
b) effectively manages stormwater quality and quantity;
and
c) ensures no adverse impacts on receiving waters and
surrounding land.
Conflicting land uses Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Conflicting land uses
PO25 PO25 – Complies
New lots for residential development do not adjoin land located in No acceptable outcome provided
the Medium impact industry zone or the Low impact The site does not adjoin industrial land.
industry zone.
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries
PO26 AO10 – Not Applicable
Development provides that the rearrangement of lot boundaries AO26
is an improvement on the existing situation. The rearrangement of lot boundaries results is an improvement to
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the existing situation whereby the size and dimensions of The proposed development does not involve a boundary
proposed lots comply more fully with Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum lot rearrangement.
size and dimensions. and at least one of the following is achieved:
a) the rearrangement of lots remedies an existing
boundary encroachment by a building or structure;
b) the rearranged lots will be made more regular in shape;
c) access is provided to a lot that previously had
no access or an unsuitable access;
d) the rearranged lots better meet the overall outcomes
for the zone and the local plan area in which the site is
situated;
e) the rearrangement of lots provides for a significant
improvement in rural productivity; or
f) the rearrangement of lots results in a significant
improvement in the protection of environmental values.
If involving a standard format lot with common property such as requiring a community management scheme under the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997
PO27 PO27 - PO30 – Not Applicable
Community title subdivision only occurs once construction of No acceptable outcome provided
approved buildings on site is completed. The proposed development does not involve a community title
subdivision.
Editor’s Note—As a building is to be constructed prior to sealing
of subdivision plans, assessment of the development is to be
undertaken as part of the development application for a material
change of use if that development is assessable under the
planning scheme. Reconfiguring a lot can be assessed
simultaneously or subsequently against the relevant parts of this
code.
PO28
Development provides internal access ways and driveways No acceptable outcome provided
which:
a) are designed to clearly indicate the function of
the access way; and
b) provide acceptable levels of access, functionality,
safety, amenity and convenience for users, as well as
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catering for car parking facilities.
PO29
Community title subdivision for residential purposes only No acceptable outcome provided
occurs—
a) where lots are located close to services and facilities;
b) in the Low density residential zone, Medium density
residential zone, High density residential zone, Tourist
accommodation zone or Centre zone;
c) where they are consistent with the character of the
locality they are located in;
d) if appropriate house site areas and car parking needs
can be accommodated;
e) where they are supplied with adequate infrastructure
to meet the needs of users;
f) where they minimise adverse effects on the
environment;
g) if they are of suitable shape and slope to minimise
constraints to development; and
h) if they are sufficient areas to
provide reasonable amenity for users.
PO30 No acceptable outcome provided
Community title subdivisions intended for business uses:
a) only occur in a centre zone or industry zone; and
b) provide adequate areas on site for vehicular parking,
private and communal open space, landscaping
and site facilities to meet the needs of users.
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Table 9.4.1.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcome Assessment
Assessable development
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 – Complies
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on safety, capacity Vehicular access is located and designed in accordance with the Proposed Lot 1 will maintain access via the existing driveway
and operations of the existing or planned road network, current Australian Standards for Parking Facilities. from Jirrima Crescent.
cycleways or pedestrian pathway systems
Proposed Lot 2 will achieve access via an existing gravel
driveway that was constructed in accordance with a recent
operational works application as part of the establishment of the
NBN facility on the adjoining property at 23 Jirrima Crecsent
(OPW16/0218.01).
AO1.2 AO1.2 - Not Applicable
Only one footpath crossing is provided. No additional footpaths crossings are proposed.
Editor’s Note— Justification for additional driveways may need
to be supported by a detailed Traffic Study.
AO1.3 AO1.3 – Not Applicable
Driveways, have a maximum grade in accordance with Council’s The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
standard requirements.
PO2 AO2.1 AO2.1 – Not Applicable
Driveways and crossovers Design and construction of driveways, including across the The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
a) are suitable and safe for their intended use; and footpath, is in accordance with Council Standard Drawings as
b) match Council infrastructure.
appropriate for the particular type of development as annotated
on the drawings.
AO2.2 – Not Applicable
AO2.2
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The change of grades in driveways and ramps is in accordance The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
with Council’s Standard Drawings.
PO3 AO3.1 AO3 – Not Applicable
The number of driveways across pedestrian footpaths is Design of multi-tenanted developments include shared
minimised. driveways and parking areas.
AO3.2 AO3.2 – Not Applicable
Driveways are located so they abut existing driveways of
adjoining development where practicable and reciprocal
easements are created to reduce the sealed driveway width.
PO4 AO4 AO4.1 – Not Applicable
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on the capacity, Footpath and kerb crossings are located clear of existing The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
operations and maintenance of the existing infrastructure. stormwater inlet structures, water and sewerage infrastructure
fittings, any other exiting utility infrastructure, existing
landscaping and vegetation.
PO5 AO5 AO5 – Not Applcable
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on the health and Vehicular access avoids disturbance to the tree protection zone The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
integrity of existing landscaping or native vegetation, where of trees on public land.
possible.
Table 9.4.1.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Not Applicable.
This table relates to parking and manoeuvring requirements associated with uses.
Table 9.4.1.4 - Minimum parking requirements including end of trip facilities
Not Applicable.
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Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Ecologically Important Areas
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 – Complies
Development is sited and designed to protect the physical and Ecologically important areas are conserved or improved to The subject site contains a waterway transecting through the
ecological integrity and biodiversity of ecologically important ensure their ongoing contribution to the natural resources and middle of the site in a north/south direction. The definition of an
areas through protection of: biological diversity of Noosa Shire. ecologically important area under the Planning Scheme includes
both a waterway and riparian zone which area defined as follows:
a) existing habitat areas and ecological linkages; and AND
b) existing riparian vegetation, waterways “waterway is a river, creek or other stream, lake or lagoon in
and wetland habitat values which water flows permanently or intermittently, in a natural
channel, whether artificially modified or not or in an artificial
channel that has changed the course of the stream. A waterway
includes instream islands, as well as constructed stormwater
drainages with surface water flows, but not piped water drains.”
“riparian zone means land which adjoins, directly influences, or is
influenced by a body of water.”
The proposed development ensures that all new lot boundaries
will avoid ecologically important areas, including the waterway
and associated riparian zone transecting the site. Further, the
development will not require any works to occur within the
waterway or riparian zone and consequently will conserve the
ecologically important area in its current form.
AO1.2
Buildings, structures and associated works are located within AO1.2 – Not Applicable
existing cleared areas or areas of lowest ecological value. The proposed development does not involve establish building
structures.
AND
AO1.3
Where constructing a dwelling house or community residence, AO1.3 – Complies
buildings and associated structures are not located on land Any future dwelling house can be located outside of the land
identified as an area of biodiversity significance on a Biodiversity, identified as an area of biodiversity significance.
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Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map.
or
Clearing vegetation (other than for a driveway access) does not
extend beyond—
a) 30 metres of a building or 10 metres of a class 10a structure
on lots greater than 10 hectares; or
b) 10 metres of a building or class 10a structure on lots 10
hectares or less but more than 3,000m2; or
c) 3 metres of a building or class 10a structure on lots
3,000m2 or less.
AND
AO1.4 – Complies
AO1.4 The proposal will not clear any vegetation for the purpose of a
Clearing of vegetation for a boundary fence does not extend boundary fence.
beyond 5 metres either side of the fence
Reconfiguring a lot Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Reconfiguring a lot
PO2 AO2 AO2 – Not Applicable
New lots are only created if they maintain ecological linkages and Where clearing vegetation for the purpose of Reconfiguring a Lot: The proposal does not require vegetation clearing to occur and
minimise the clearing of vegetation. would not create opportunities for additional exempt vegetation
a) new boundaries to lots do not transect and fragment clearing to occur, for the purpose of reconfiguring a lot.
existing native vegetation;
b) new lots are created to allow for
suitable building envelopes for future buildings and works
to be located within existing cleared areas or areas of low
ecological value;
c) building envelopes are designated for each lot; and
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d) ecological linkages and ecologically important areas are
secured by environmental covenant or transferred to
public ownership or through gazettal of a nature reserve.
Management of impacts Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Management of Impacts
PO3
Development is designed and sited to manage adverse impacts AO3.1
AO3.1 – Not Applicable
on ecologically important areas by: Where clearing of vegetation cannot be practicably avoided, the
development: No vegetation clearing will occur as a result of the proposed
a) minimising the total footprint within which all activities, development.
buildings, structures driveways and other works are a) ensures the design and siting limits the loss of vegetation to
contained; the smallest extent possible;
b) locating development in existing cleared areas or areas of b) protects and retains ecological values and ecosystem
low ecological value over other areas to the greatest processes to the greatest extent possible within and
extent possible; and adjacent to the site;
c) incorporating siting and design measures to protect and c) provides measures to allow for safe movement of fauna
retain ecological values and ecosystem processes within through the site; and
or adjacent to the development site; and d) provides suitable habitat replacement and replanting in
d) where adverse impacts have been minimised, any accordance with PSP3 Ecological Assessment
residual impacts on ecological values are Guidelines.
compensated for through suitable habitat
replacement and replanting on site in the first AO3.2 AO3.2 – Complies
instance or in a way that results in a net gain and Habitat trees, recruitment habitat trees, and roosting, breeding The proposed development will not interfere with any habitat
enhancement of the overall habitat values of Noosa and feeding areas are protected for native fauna habitat. trees.
Shire.
PO4 AO4.1 AO4.1 - Complies
Development provides for effective measures during Vegetation is protected from disturbance or damage from The development would ensure that all native vegetation on the
construction and operation to protect ecological values including: construction and operation activities by: site is protected from disturbance.
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a) avoiding disturbance to or clearing of vegetation in and a) clearly marking trees to be retained with flagging tape;
within the vicinity of the site; b) installing protective fencing around the dripline of
b) managing habitat disturbance and physical harm to fauna the vegetation and avoid filling and excavating in these
from noise, vibration, dust, light, dewatering or excavating; fenced areas;
and c) ensuring stockpiling, storage and vehicle parking occurs
c) avoiding clearing in areas where erosion or slippage could outside the identified vegetation areas; and
occur. d) using low impact construction techniques
around vegetation.
AO4.2
Vegetation which is capable of forming or contributing to a buffer AO4.2 – Not Applicable
between different land uses or a buffer against pollution, light
spillage or noise is retained.
AO4.3
Lighting associated with development:
a) does not contribute an unacceptable level of illuminance AO4.3 – Not Applicable
(greater than 1 lux) for light sensitive species within or at the
boundary of an ecologically important area; and
b) does not contribute to an unacceptable level of illuminance
on landward horizons along coastal areas and known
marine turtle nesting beaches.
AO4.4
Clearing of vegetation does not involve clearing that may cause AO4.4 – Not Applicable
or contribute to hillslope erosion, bank erosion, or slippage. The proposal would not involve clearing of vegetation
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Connectivity Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Connectivity
PO5 AO5 AO5 – Complies
Development is designed and operated to maintain and enhance Development is designed and operated to maintain ecological The subdivision has been designed to utilise an existing driveway
connectivity between and across ecologically important linkages and maximise opportunity for connectivity and the and causeway crossing to access the rear lot and will not require
areas and connecting habitat and support unimpeded and safe movement of fauna by: and additional works to establish the new lot.
movement of terrestrial and aquatic fauna.
a) ensuring protection of wildlife refuges;
b) maintaining vegetation in patches of the greatest possible
size and within the smallest possible edge-to-area ratio;
c) enhancing connectivity through planting and rehabilitation
works, including across property boundaries, to areas of
national park, state forest or reserve;
d) avoiding the creation of physical barriers and safety
hazards (such as roads, pedestrian access and instream
structures) along and within the ecological linkage;
e) providing mitigation measures such as wildlife movement
infrastructure, fauna exclusion and directional fencing,
underpasses/overpasses and traffic calming devices,
signage and lighting; and
f) where offsets are necessary, delivering offsets that
support and enhance ecological linkages.
Waterways and wetlands Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Waterways and wetlands
PO6 AO6.1 AO6.1 – Complies
The biodiversity and ecosystem values of waterways, wetlands Development and clearing of vegetation does not occur within: The proposed development will not involve clearing of vegetation
and adjacent riparian zones are protected by: within the riparian buffer area.
a) a riparian buffer area;
a) avoiding any new development in a riparian buffer b) a wetland area; or
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area and wetland area; c) 10 metres either side of the centre line of other waterways
b) retaining aquatic and terrestrial habitat in riparian zones; identified on a Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands
c) maintaining and enhancing wildlife corridors and Overlay Map.
connectivity along watercourses and drainage lines for
native fauna movement; AO6.2
d) avoiding edge effects and damage from adjacent land Development provides for the rehabilitation of land within: AO6.2 - Complies
uses; The proposal will conserve the riparian buffer area and allow it
e) maintaining stream integrity and bank stability by a) a riparian buffer area; naturally rehabilitate.
minimising bank erosion and slumping; b) a wetland area; and
f) maintaining water quality through filtering sediments, c) 10 metres either side of the centre line of any
nutrients and other pollutants; and other waterway identified on a Biodiversity, Waterways
g) removing pest species and replacing them with local native and Wetlands Overlay Map.
species.
AO6.3
Recreational facilities (eg. playgrounds, pergolas, barbeques)
are setback a minimum of 10 metres from the top of the bank of AO6.3 – Not Applicable
a waterway.
Editor’s Note—Setbacks to waterways for certain uses and
works are also specified in the relevant codes.
Editor's Note—Wetland areas are identified on the Queensland
Wetland Program mapping
Editor's Note—Any clearing of vegetation also needs to meet
the outcomes of the Earthworks Code and the Water Quality and
Drainage Code.
PO7 No acceptable outcome provided. PO7 – Not Applicable
Vegetation within 400 metres of the full ponded water within
Lake Macdonald is retained.
PO8 AO8.1 AO8.1 – Not Applicable
Development on land adjacent to Development adjacent to a waterway or wetland provides that: This outcome relates to creating public access along significant
a waterway or wetland maintains appropriate extent of waterways that would be incorporated as reserves.
public access to waterways and wetlands and minimises edge
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effects. a) no new lots directly back onto a riparian buffer area; and
b) new public roads are located between a riparian buffer
area or riparian zone and the proposed development area.
Water hydrology Table 8.2.2.3. - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Surface and ground water hydrology
PO9 AO9.1 AO9.1 – Complies
Development ensures that the natural surface water and ground Development does not impact on the natural surface water or The proposed subdivision does not propose any works that
water hydrologic regimes of waterways, wetlands and groundwater hydrologic regimes and this is facilitated by: would impact on the hydrologic regime on the property.
hydrologically-sensitive plant communities are not adversely
impacted. a) avoiding or minimising channelization, redirection or
interruption of flow;
Editor's Note—Groundwater dependent ecosystems are b) avoiding groundwater extraction;
identified on Queensland Government WetlandInfo mapping. c) maintaining groundwater recharge and discharge
processes;
d) maintaining natural groundwater fluctuations;
e) avoiding causing ingress of saline water into freshwater
aquifers of wetlands; and
f) avoiding contaminants entering groundwater (e.g. from
runoff, effluent disposal).
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Rehabilitation of ecologically important areas Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Rehabilitation of ecologically important areas
PO10 AO10.1 AO10.1 – Complies
Development provides for ecologically important areas to be Landscaping and rehabilitation complements and Any landscaping to be undertaken will complement the local
restored and enhanced through: supports ecologically important areas by: ecosystem.
a) designing landscaped areas to complement and enhance a) utilising local native species;
existing vegetation and ecological linkages; b) utilising suitable plant species identified in PSP2
b) removing species likely to displace native flora species or Landscaping;
degrade fauna habitat; c) restoring degraded ecosystems to achieve a functional
c) replanting and rehabilitating degraded habitat; ecosystem state that requires minimal human intervention;
d) replacing any vegetation removed with suitable local native d) replicating adjacent remnant habitats of the same type,
species; including the understorey vegetation;
e) providing for fauna habitat; and e) creating or enhancing linkages between existing habitats;
f) avoiding the planting of pest plant species. f) avoiding the use of pest plant species listed in PSP2 -
Landscaping;
g) planting riparian zones to filter stormwater run-off, stabilise
soil and provide for wildlife habitat; and
h) providing ground and arboreal structures for fauna, which
may include ground depressions, rocks, hollows, nesting
boxes and in-stream habitat.
AO10.2
AO10.2 – Not Applicable
Vegetation cleared is replaced with:
The proposed development does not involve vegetation clearing.
a) plantings of equivalent area that replicate the floristic
structure of the vegetation removed; or
b) where this is not possible due to the characteristics of
the site and the development, plantings twice the number
of the removed trees and plants.
Editor’s Note — Revegetation and rehabilitation works are to be
carried out in accordance with an approved Revegetation and
Rehabilitation Management Plan, as referred to in PSP3
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Ecological assessment guidelines.
Koala habitat protection and enhancement Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Koala habitat protection and enhancement
PO11 AO11.1 AO11.1 – Complies
Development is designed, constructed and operated to— Development design complies with the Koala-sensitive Design The proposed subdivision does not propose any development
a) protect and enhance koalas and koala habitat and avoid Guideline: A guide to koala sensitive design measures for that would impact on the movement or safety of koalas.
adverse impacts; planning and development activities.
b) provide measures to assist the survival of koala
populations in the area to mitigate any potential threats or AO11.2 AO11.2 – Complies
risk to koalas; and Development incorporates revegetation and landscaping that The development facilitates a safe corridor for koala movement
c) provide for safe and appropriate koala movement across provides food, shelter and movement opportunities for koalas. along the waterway transecting the site.
the landscape.
Editor's Note—Koala habitat mapping is in Schedule 2 Mapping.
Editor's Note—The Planning Regulation 2017, schedule 10 states
that development that interferes with koala habitat, in an area that AO11.3 AO11.3 – Complies
is both a koala priority area and a koala habitat area, is prohibited Development is designed to maximise and enhance connectivity The development facilitates a safe corridor for koala movement
development (subject to the exceptions stated in schedule 10 of between koala habitat trees and ensure safe koala movement. along the waterway transecting the site.
the Planning Regulation 2017).
AO11.4 AO11.4 – Not Applicable
Editor's Note - These performance outcomes and acceptable During construction, measures are incorporated to not increase The proposed subdivision does not involve any construction
outcomes apply to: the risk of death or injury to koalas, by including safe koala activities that would cause risk to koalas.
movement measures, as defined in the Planning Regulation 2017.
a) development on land in a koala priority area, where the
development does not interfere with koala habitat and
where the benchmarks are additional to and not
inconsistent with, the assessment benchmarks stated in
schedule 11, part 2 of the Planning Regulations 2017; and
b) development on land outside the koala priority area, where
the development does not interfere with koala habitat in
koala habitat areas.
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Bushfire management Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Bushfire management
PO12 PO12 – Complies
Bushfire management measures are adopted based on No acceptable outcome provided No clearing of vegetation will be required to maintain safety for
ecological principles, which: people and property for bushfire purposes.
a) maintain and enhance biodiversity;
b) minimise threat of fire to the natural environment, as well as
life and property; and
c) provide for effective use and maintenance of buildings and
structures.
Editor's note—The performance outcome applies to properties
in bushfire hazard areas and only where clearing is reasonably
necessary for the control of bushfire risk to a building or
structure. Bushfire hazard areas are shown on Bushfire Hazard
Overlay maps in Schedule 2.
Scenic amenity Table 8.2.2.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable solutions Assessment
Scenic amenity
PO13 AO13.1 AO13.1 – Not Applicable
The scenic amenity and vegetated character of the landscape is Vegetation is retained: The proposed subdivision will not involve clearing of vegetation
protected by retaining vegetation:
a) along and around watercourses and drainage lines; a) on and within 30 metres of prominent ridgelines and
b) on steep slopes and ridgelines; on sloping sites;
c) along the major road network; and b) in gullies;
d) that forms coastal vistas to and from beaches. c) along watercourses and drainage lines;
d) within 10 metres of the major road network; and
e) along the front coastal dune system.
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Table 8.2.6.3 - Criteria for assessable development
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcome Assessment
Floodplain protection, immunity and safety – for development areas
PO1 AO1
Development provides that for all flood events up to and The finished flood level is not less than the minimum design AO1 – Complies
including the DFE : levels specified in Table 8.2.6.4 The proposed development will allow for finished surface levels
on both lots that are more than 0.3m above DFE/DSTE.
a) the safety of people on the site is protected; and
b) the risk of damage to property on the site is avoided or
minimised as far as practicable.
PO2 AO2 AO2 – Complies
All lots have sufficient area that is above the DFE flood level or The minimum area above flood level (flood free area) for each lot, The proposal will allow for a flood free areas which are capable of
where modelling is not available, the highest recorded flood level, is in accordance with Table 8.2.6.5. supporting a 1000m2 house site and effluent disposal system on
to safely and adequately accommodate the intended use.
each lot. The proposed building envelope associated with Lot 2
has an area of approximately 6000m2.
PO3 AO3 AO3 – Complies
For reconfiguring a lot or operational works, development is Development areas are not filled to reduce flood risk. The development will not require filling to reduce flood risk.
undertaken in a manner that ensures:
a) natural hydrological systems are protected from erosion,
scour or flood damage on the premises or other premises;
b) natural landforms and drainage lines are maintained to
protect the hydraulic performance of waterways and flood
plain; and
c) development integrates with the natural landform rather
than modifying the landform to suit the development as far
as practicable.
PO4 AO4.1
For reconfiguring a lot, development does not compromise the Development provides an effective evacuation route that remains
safety of people resulting from the flood risk associated with passable, with sufficient flood warning time, to enable people to
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events exceeding the DFE. progressively evacuate to safe areas above the PMF in the face
of advancing flood or waters for events that exceed the DFE.
OR
AO4.2– Complies
AO4.2 The Defined Flood Levels for a 1%AEP under 2100 climate
Development provides for an area of sufficient size and change conditions are as follows:
dimensions on site above the PMF that allows for safe
congregation and refuge. 4.6; 4.7; 4.8; and 5.0m AHD – refer to map below.
Both lots will provide areas of sufficient size above the PMF that
would allow for safe congregation including:
+ Lot 1 - contains the dwelling house that is positioned at
a height of 7.5m AHD and contains land up to 9m AHD,
being 4m above the Defined Flood Event (DFE) for the
site;
+ Lot 2 - is provided with a house site area that is
positioned at 6m AHD, being 1m above the DFE for the
site and offering sufficient free board for any PMF
event. The topography of the land also offers a
progressive evacuation route to higher land adjacent to
the southern boundary of the lot.
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AO4.3 – Not Applicable
Both Jirrima Crescent (southbound) and Lake Cooroibah Road
(southbound) remain impassable during a 1 AEP Event. The
AO4.3 proposed lots would offer a greater flood immunity than the
Where the existing roads servicing a development provide a existing service roads.
specific flood immunity (as determined by the Qld Transport
Road and Drainage Design Manual, Queensland Urban Drainage
Manual and the Australian Rainfall and Runoff Guide), all lots
have access to the flood free area identified in Table 8.2.6.5 that
matches the road immunity.
PO5 AO5 AO5 – Complies
For reconfiguring a lot or operational works, development does In the Flood Hazard Overlay, or in areas otherwise determined to The development will not cause any loss to flood storage
not directly, indirectly or cumulatively alter the flood be subject to the DFE or DSTE, development ensures: capacity or result in any changes to the hydrological regime.
characteristics external to the development site for all flooding
and inundation events up to and including a) there is no loss of on-site flood storage capacity;
the DFEor DSTE based on: b) all changes to level, depth, duration and velocity of
floodwaters are contained within the site for all flood events
up to and including the DFE based on current climate and
a) current climate conditions; and predicted impacts of climate change at 2100; and
b) incorporating an appropriate allowance for the predicted c) there is no acceleration or retardation of flows, or any
impacts of climate change. retardation in flood warning times, elsewhere on the
floodplain and to any overland flow paths; and
there is no increased stormwater ponding on sites upstream,
downstream or in the general vicinity of the site.
Resilient building design and form
PO6 AO6.1 AO6.1 – Not Applicable
Development ensures that building design and building form: Buildings are designed to integrate well with the street level and The site does not involve the development of new buildings or
a) accounts for potential flood risk; the levels of adjoining properties to facilitate pedestrian flows and structures.
b) is resilient to flood events; and visual and physical connectivity between the footpath and
maintains a functional and attractive street address appropriate
ground floors.
to the intended use.
AO6.2 AO6.2 – Not Applicable
Buildings incorporate appropriate screening to ensure that any
under-storey is not visible from the street, where such screening
does not impede flood water flows.
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AO6.3
Residential buildings minimise risk from flooding by providing
parking and other low intensive, non-habitable uses at ground AO6.3 – Not Applicable
level, rather than habitable uses.
AO6.4
Non-residential buildings and structures are oriented to the street
by activating the street frontage with appropriate uses and urban
AO6.4 – Not Applicable
design treatments such as recessed wall treatments, screening
or landscaping, whilst allowing for flow through of flood waters on
the ground floor.
Editor's Note— The use of flood resilient buildingmaterials
is also encouraged for building works up to the probable
maximum flood to reduce the consequences of flooding.
AO6.5
Basements and underground car parking areas are designed to
drain and function safely during a flood event and power failure.
Editor's note—Basements should have flood immunity above AO6.5 – Not Applicable
the 1%AEP defined flood event with alternative means to
mechanical pumping used to achieve such immunity.
Disaster management
PO7 AO7.1 PO7 – Performance Outcome
Development supports, and does not unduly burden, Development is located to support self-evacuation of people and Both lots will provide will provides areas of sufficient size above
disaster management response or recovery capacity or ensure sufficient warning time for the nature of the use. the PMF that would allow for safe congregation and refuge to
capabilities. shelter in place during a flood event in accordance with
AO7.2 Acceptable Outcome AO4.2.
Development does not:
During a 1% AEP event or above, both Lake Cooroibah Road and
a) increase the number of people calculated to be at risk from Mckinnon Drive will remain un-trafficable for emergency services
flooding; and therefore the Cooroibah locality will be required to shelter in
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b) increase the number of people likely to need evacuation; place. Consequently the proposed subdivision would not unduly
c) shorten flood warning times for other uses in the floodplain; burden disaster management or response capabilities.
or
d) impact on the ability of traffic to use evacuation routes, or
unreasonably increase traffic volumes on evacuation
routes.
AO7.3
Materials stored on site:
a) are readily able to be moved in a flood event to a flood free
area; or
b) are contained in order to minimise movement in times of
flood.
Editor's Note— Businesses should ensure that necessary
emergency and continuity plans are in place to account for the
potential need to evacuate personnel and to relocate property
prior to a flood event.
Essential network infrastructure
PO8 AO8 AO8 – Not Applicable
Essential network infrastructure maintains effective function Essential network infrastructure that is likely to fail to function or
during and immediately after flood and storm tide inundation may result in contamination when inundated by flood water (e.g.
events.
water supply pipeline air valves and the like) is located above
the DFE level (or where the DFE has not been modelled for the
area, above the highest recorded flood level for the area).
Essential community infrastructure
PO9 AO9.1 AO9.1 – Not Applicable
Essential community infrastructure is able to function effectively Essential community infrastructure is sited and constructed to
during and immediately after flood events. ensure that flood levels comply with flood immunity requirements
specified in Table 8.2.6.4.
AO9.2
AO9.2 – Not Applicable
Essential community infrastructure which is located below the
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specified flood immunity requirements:
a) is designed and constructed to function effectively during
and immediately after the recommended flood level event;
and
b) has direct access to low hazard evacuation routes or an
emergency rescue area above the PMF; if it is
for emergency services (including emergency shelters,
police facilities, hospitals and associated facilities).
Earthworks
PO10 AO10 AO10 – Not Applicable
Excavation and filling for operational works only occur where Filling, other than accessways: The proposed development does not involve, and will not
they: consequently require, filling or excavation works.
a) result in the protection, rehabilitation and repair
a) does not extend more than the equivalent of 3 metres
of ecologically important areas, watercourses, drainage lines around the main building, measured from the outer walls of
and wetlands; the building;
b) do not adversely impact on the overall hydrology, hydraulics b) is limited to a maximum of 500m2; and
and flood capacity of a waterway;
c) do not directly, indirectly or cumulatively cause adverse
c) does not impact on the local drainage of adjoining
impacts external to the site; properties.
d) do not cause increased flooding, which adversely affects the
safety or use of any land upstream or downstream;
e) do not cause ponding of water on the site or nearby land;
f) do not result in a reduction in flood storage capacity;
g) do not adversely affect the flow of water in any overland flow
path; and
h) do not adversely affect the privacy or visual amenity of
surrounding property.
Editor’s Note— The Earthworks Code sets out further
requirements for earthworks.
Hazardous materials
PO11 AO11.1 AO11.1 – Not Applicable
Development ensures that public safety and the environment are Materials manufactured or stored on site are not hazardous or
not adversely affected by avoiding the release of hazardous noxious, or do not comprise materials that may cause a
materials into flood waters and the environment. detrimental effect on the environment if discharged in a flood
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event.
OR
AO11.2
If a DFE is adopted, structures used for the manufacture or
storage of hazardous material are located above the DFElevel.
Editor’s Note— Refer to the Work Health and Safety Act 2011
and associated Regulation and Guidelines, the Environmental
Protection Act 1994 and the relevant buildingassessment
provisions under the Building Act 1975 for requirements relating to
the manufacture and storage of hazardous substances.
Information is provided by Business Queensland on the
requirements for storing and transporting hazardous chemical.
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Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code Please refer to the Bushfire Hazard Assessment & Management Plan included at Appendix D for a complete assessment against the Code